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During a impressive performance, England secured one more victory versus Albania, with a number of squad members delivering notable displays throughout the game.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make before the break before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on then shifted to the flank once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. At times lacked urgency in possession and the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, as always, perhaps is a replacement to his teammate in defense instead of his partner. One wayward distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. Six

The young full-back Another composed showing from the 20-year-old after his first cap against another side. Saka failed to make the most of an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out though his inswinging deliveries caused problems. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move on the left only to be offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot down the right and did plenty of defensive duties. Showed moments of class but mishit a shot wide. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate staying deep, he had to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a typical opportunist's goal while the second a superb header after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England have every chance next summer when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction and set up the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6